Agents examined the contents of the packages, which tested positive for methamphetamine.

The total weight of the methamphetamine was 46.25 pounds with an estimated street value of $161,875.

Border Patrol agents identified the man as a lawfully admitted permanent resident. Agents turned the man over to the Drug Enforcement Administration, along with the vehicle and narcotics for further investigation.

Since fiscal year 2017, which began Oct. 1, 2016, El Centro Sector has seized more than 1,447.36 pounds of methamphetamine.